Architecture

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Energy Retrofits of Residential Buildings

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Report copyright infringementby Kalc Ivan (Author)In order to be successful on the market, energy-saving measures for existing buildings need to be promoted with arguments that are directly relevant to the users. It has been shown that people are particularly attracted to the idea of increasing the comfort and appearance of their homes, rather than carbon savings or long-term monetary profits. Therefore, the goal in this paper was to analyze the potential of linking energy-efficiency to an in...

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Report copyright infringementby Albena Yaneva (Author)Bruno Latour is one of the leading figures in Social Sciences today, but his contributions are also widely recognised in the arts. His theories 'flourished' in the 1980s in the aftermath of the structuralism wave and generated new concepts and methodologies for the understanding of the social. In the past decade, Latour and his Actor-Network Theory (ANT) have gained popularity among researchers in the field of architecture. Latour for Arch...

Fundamental Building Materials: Fourth Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Ken Ward-Harvey (Author)Written by an architect with many years' experience in practice and teaching, this book is a well-illustrated introduction to the great range of materials used in much of the world's building and construction. It is the only book of its type on the market, and suitable for anyone teaching or studying for building trades, architecture, building, landscape design, structural engineering, and allied disciplines. When first published, a revi...

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Report copyright infringementby W. M. Flinders Petrie (Author)""The Pyramids and Temples of Gizeh"" is a comprehensive book written by renowned archaeologist W.M. Flinders Petrie. The book is a detailed account of the ancient pyramids and temples located in Gizeh, Egypt. Petrie's work provides a thorough understanding of the construction, design, and history of these monumental structures. The book includes detailed descriptions of each pyramid and temple, along with maps, illustrations, and ...

Architectural Drawing: Perspective, Light And Shadow, Rendering

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Report copyright infringementby Sherley W. Morgan (Author), William Feay Jr. Shellman (Illustrator)Architectural Drawing: Perspective, Light and Shadow, Rendering by Sherley W. Morgan is a comprehensive guide to architectural drawing techniques. The book covers the principles of perspective, light and shadow, and rendering, providing readers with the skills necessary to create accurate and visually appealing architectural drawings. The first section of the book focuses on perspective, coverin...

About the House: Levi-Strauss and Beyond

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Report copyright infringementby Janet Carsten (Editor), Stephen Hugh-Jones (Editor)The domestic unit is inseparable from its homestead, and the "house," at once a physical place and a social unit, is often also a unit of production and consumption, a cult group, and even a political faction. Inspired by Lévi-Strauss' suggestion that the multi-functional noble houses of Medieval Europe were simply the best-known examples of a widespread social institution, the contributors to this collection a...

The Next Australian City - The Suburban Evolution

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Report copyright infringementby Guy Gibson (Editor), Ross Elliott (Editor)Dive into the heart of Australia's suburban landscape with 'Suburban Futures.' In this groundbreaking collection of essays, we challenge prevailing misconceptions surrounding suburbia, shedding light on its integral role in shaping our cities and communities.For decades, suburbs have been unfairly stigmatised, dismissed as inferior to centralised urban hubs. Yet, as Australians continue to embrace suburban living, it's ...

Corruption in the Construction Industry: Addressing one of society's greatest challenges

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Report copyright infringementby Bruce Wymond (Author)On 6 February 2023, a devastating earthquake rocked Turkey and Syria, killing over 59,000 people, damaging 230,000 buildings, and crippling vital infrastructure. Over 8.8 million lives were affected, largely due to a corrupt building industry driven by greed. Corrupt construction transcends all borders; demanding urgent attention and systemic reform.Corruption in the Construction Industry lays bare the world's most corrupt industry. One tha...

Pau-Brasil Culture When Lúcio Costa met Mário de Andrade, Oswald de Andrade and Tarsila do Amaral

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Report copyright infringementby Abilio Guerra (Author), Fernando L. Lara (Editor)In a well-known debate with Geraldo Ferraz in 1948, L?cio Costa argued that modern architecture as practiced in Brazil only became truly interesting when the functional grounds of this new architecture - bequeathed to us by Le Corbusier - were incorporated and developed by the national genius.From then on - the argument goes -, we could actually be proud of an architecture that was authentically ours, deeply root...

Dimensions. Journal of Architectural Knowledge: Vol. 4, No. 7/2024: Architecture as Intervention

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Report copyright infringementby Katharina Voigt (Author) Dimensions. Journal of Architectural Knowledge is an academic journal in, on, and from the discipline of architecture, addressing the creation, constitution, and transmission of architectural knowledge. It explores methods genuine to the discipline and architectural modes of interdisciplinary methodological adaptions. Processes, procedures, and results of knowledge creation and practice are esteemed coequally, with particular attention...

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Report copyright infringementby A. J. Kingston (Author)Explore the Haunting Tale of "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence"Uncover the dark secrets of one of history's most enigmatic and transformative periods with our captivating book bundle, "Black Death 1330-1500: Plague and Persistence." This mesmerizing collection of four volumes will transport you to a world forever changed by the devastating Black Death.�� Book 1: The Plague's Prelude (1330-1345) Step into the enigmatic world...

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Report copyright infringementby Leader Scott (Author)The Cathedral Builders: The Story Of A Great Masonic Guild This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the s...

Bougainville Island: Early History, First European Contact, German Period, World War II, Civil War, People and Culture, Island Information

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Report copyright infringementby Ross Victor (Author)Bougainville island. Early History, First European Contact, German Period, World War II, Civil War, People and Culture, Island Information. Bougainville's close contact with the outside world and its integration into Papua New Guinea are recent. The first permanent Christian mission and first colonial administrative post (under German New Guinea) were established in 1901 and 1905 respectively. Relations were often troubled between Bougainvil...

Hacking: 17 Most Dangerous Hacking Attacks

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Report copyright infringementby Alex Wagner (Author)Do you want to learn about today's most sophisticated Hacking attacks? Do you want to know more about Cyber criminals and their operations? Do you want to learn about Robot Networks, Trojans & Ransomware? In this book you will learn about: ADWARE SPYWARE MALWARE MAN IN THE MIDDLE LOCKY TRAFFIC REDIRECTION PAYLOAD INJECTION ARP POISONING WORMS ROGUE WIRELESS ACCESS POINTS MISS-ASSOCIATION ATTACKS DE-AUTHENTICATION ATTACKS COLLISION...

Making Industrial Pittsburgh Modern: Environment, Landscape, Transportation, Energy, and Planning

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Muller (Author), Joel Tarr (Author)Pittsburgh's explosive industrial and population growth between the mid-nineteenth century and the Great Depression required constant attention to city-building. Private, profit-oriented firms, often with government involvement, provided necessary transportation, energy resources, and suitable industrial and residential sites. Meeting these requirements in the region's challenging hilly topographical and riverine enviro...

Ancient Maya Cities of the Eastern Lowlands

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Report copyright infringementby Brett a. Houk (Author)"Brings together for the first time all the major sites of this part of the Maya world and helps us understand how the ancient Maya planned and built their beautiful cities. It will become both a handbook and a source of ideas for other archaeologists for years to come."--George J. Bey III, coeditor of Pottery Economics in Mesoamerica "Skillfully integrates the social histories of urban development."--Vernon L. Scarborough, author of The F...

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Report copyright infringementby Meihwa Lin (Author)Literally translated as ""wind-water,"" feng shui is the ancient Chinese art of working with the natural flow of an environment to create harmony in space. It is also a phenomenon across the United States, rapidly shedding its New Age, incense-and-candles image to become a generally accepted way of designing home and work areas for health, wealth, and prosperity. Yet, with all the expensive consultants and self-styled gurus out there, how do ...

Next Stop on Grandpa's Road: History & Architecture of NC&St.L Railway Depots & Terminals

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Report copyright infringementby Terry L. Coats (Author), H. C. Hill (Photographer), Robert Bell (Photographer)The history of the Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Railway spanned 112 years. Its infancy sprang from an era when railroading replaced foot, horseback, the wagon, and the flatboat as the primary means of transporting goods. Its demise ushered in the era of Sputnik and the first space explorations.There was an allure to the depots of the Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Ra...

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Report copyright infringementby Harold Stiver (Author)Ontario has over 150 Lighthouses and Stands. Nova Scotia is the only Canadian province with more.This is a source book for Photographers and Explorers to these interesting structuresEnclosed you will find: Descriptions and information of the individual sites Almost 100 black and white photographs GPS Positions A short history of Lighthouses Information on the Imperial Towers group Four self-guided Tours Golden Horseshoe Tour Lake Erie Tou...

Wiring for Beginners: Mastering Wiring: Confidently Create Electrical Systems with Joy. Simplified Explanations and Visuals for DIY Home Projects.

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Report copyright infringementby Tim M. Holland (Author)Tame the Mystery of Electrical Wiring!Ever dream of tackling DIY electrical projects with confidence, but felt intimidated by wires and switches? Wiring for Beginners: Mastering Wiring cuts through the confusion, making electrical systems accessible and even enjoyable.This comprehensive guide, packed with clear explanations, friendly storytelling, and eye-catching visuals, will transform you from a wiring novice to a DIY master. Forget ab...

Urban Heat Stress and Mitigation Solutions: An Engineering Perspective

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Report copyright infringementby Vincenzo Costanzo (Editor), Gianpiero Evola (Editor), Luigi Marletta (Editor)This book provides the reader with an understanding of the impact that different morphologies, construction materials and green coverage solutions have on the urban microclimate, thus affecting the comfort conditions of urban inhabitants and the energy needs of buildings in urban areas. The book covers the latest approaches to energy and outdoor comfort measurement and modelling on an ...

Hacking: Beginners Guide, Wireless Hacking, 17 Must Tools every Hacker should have, 17 Most Dangerous Hacking Attacks, 10 Most Dangerous Cyber Gangs

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Report copyright infringementby Alex Wagner (Author)In this book you will learn about: Basic Knowledge The history of hacking, What motivates Hackers, and how to differentiate one to another Networking fundamentals, and basic system requirements Where to find the best operating systems for the purpose of Hacking What virtualization is, and how to install Hacking software Penetrating Wired Networks Exploiting systems in multiple ways, Implementing Man in the Middle attack in multiple ways, ...

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Report copyright infringementby Brooks Lamb (Author)At the heart of Memphis lies Overton Park, a 342-acre public space that contains the world-class Memphis Zoo, an old-growth forest, the Memphis College of Art, an amphitheater, and the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, among other beloved amenities. Founded in 1901, the park has been at the center of both celebration and controversy. Performers like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash have dazzled audiences there, while local children have long enjoye...

Planning & Designing Health Care Facilities in Developing Countries

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Report copyright infringementby Shashikant Sharma (Author), Saurabh Singh (Author)This book aims to provide both theoretical and practical inputs for Planning and Designing of Health Care Facilities in developing countries. It clearly indicates the steps to be followed, facts to be weighed and components to be considered to arrive to a correct planning solution.Author BiographyDr Shashikant Sharma is a clinician turned administrator, a TEDx Speaker, an Educator with over 19 years of experienc...

Architecture and Resilience: Interdisciplinary Dialogues

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Report copyright infringementby Kim Trogal (Editor), Irena Bauman (Editor), Ranald Lawrence (Editor)Resilience will be a defining quality of the twenty-first century. As we witness the increasingly turbulent effects of climate change, the multiple challenges of resource depletion and wage stagnation, we know that our current ways of living are not resilient.This volume takes resilience as a transformative concept to ask where and what architecture might contribute. Bringing together cross-dis...

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Report copyright infringementby James Crawford (Author)An inviting, fascinating compendium of twenty-one of history's most famous lost places, from the Tower of Babel to the Twin TowersBuildings are more like us than we realize. They can be born into wealth or poverty, enjoying every privilege or struggling to make ends meet. They have parents--gods, kings and emperors, governments, visionaries and madmen--as well as friends and enemies. They have duties and responsibilities. They can endure ...

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Report copyright infringementby Duong Hoai an (Author)'Blockchain applications in agriculture: Revolutionizing the food supply chain' is your definitive guide to the transformative impact of blockchain technology on agriculture and the modern food supply chain. In this comprehensive volume, we begin with "Introduction to blockchain technology," laying the groundwork for readers of all backgrounds. From there, we delve into the intricate relationship between blockchain and the agriculture indu...

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Report copyright infringementby Dan Handel (Author)Designed Forests: A Cultural History explores the unique kinship that exists between forests and spatial design; the forest's influence on architectural culture and practice; and the potentials and pitfalls of "forest thinking" for more sustainable and ethical ways of doing architecture today. It tackles these subjects by focusing on architecture's own dispositions, which stem from an ecology of metaphor that surrounds its encounters with the...

Museum Configurations: An Inquiry Into the Design of Spatial Syntaxes

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Report copyright infringementby John Peponis (Editor)Museum Configurations demonstrates how museum space functions cognitively and communicatively and questions whether it can be designed to provide a rich embodied experience, situating displays and their public in felicitous dialogue.Including contributions from authors working in the disciplines of architecture, psychology, museum studies, history and the visual arts, this volume addresses an interdisciplinary audience. The analysis of a we...

NYC amazing views of the Big Apple: Absurd, surreal, metaphisical, baroque, incredible & fantastic

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Report copyright infringementby Luca Stefano Cristini (Author)New York in the 1930s and during the Jazz Age was a vibrant and dynamic city, where culture, art, and entertainment flourished. It was the setting of many famous works of literature, music, and cinema, such as The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin, and Anything Goes by Cole Porter. This silent book it is full of wonderful images of this New York!! Number of Pages: 62 ...

ERA 60 W. M. Flinders Petrie - Egyptian Architecture (1938)

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Report copyright infringementby William Matthew Flinders (185 Petrie (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, tha...

Historic Powder Houses of New England: Arsenals of American Independence

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Report copyright infringementby Matthew E. Thomas (Author)In the turbulent history of colonial New England, more than two hundred powder houses were built to store gunpowder, guns and armaments. Even the spark from a metal shoe nail could ignite their contents, so they often sat in remote sections of town. These volatile storehouses played a vital role in earning and preserving American independence. It was, after all, to a powder house in Concord, Massachusetts, that the British army marched...